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Hotel Shiva Sanctuary

4.0 star property

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a glass wall, wooden ceiling, and a decorative wall panel.
A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a large window with a view of trees and buildings, and various dishes and drinks on the tables.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a hillside with buildings.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$49
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

Explore the area

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Near Dal Lake, Strawberry Hills, McLeod Ganj, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, 176216
  • Place, Dal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Naddi Viewpoint
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, St. John in the Wilderness
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kangra (DHM-Gaggal)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room-Non AC-Non View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room-Non AC-Non View

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room-AC, Valley View

A modern hotel room with a wooden TV stand, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a scenic view.

Premium Room-AC, Valley View

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Suite

  • Resort view
  • 16 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Dharamshala

Hotel Shiva Sanctuary puts you in the heart of Dharamshala, steps from Dal Lake and within a 20-minute stroll of St. John in the Wilderness. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .Enjoy access to ecotours and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and spa services. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Dharamshala hotel include Naddi Viewpoint and Hanuman-ka-Tibba.

What's nearby

  • Dal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Naddi Viewpoint - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. John in the Wilderness - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Tushita Meditation Centre - 9 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Dalai Lama Temple Complex - 12 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Koparlahar Station - 45 min drive
  • Kangra (DHM-Gaggal) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tibet Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪View and Vibe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Four Seasons Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woeser Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Papa Whiskey - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Shiva Sanctuary

Hotel Shiva Sanctuary offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Dharamshala hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel Shiva Sanctuary offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: INR 350 for adults and INR 350 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1300.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for INR 1300.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately INR 350 for adults and from INR 350 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: INR 1300.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1300.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Paytm
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Paytm. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Shiva Sanctuary Amritara Hideaway Hotel Dharamshala
Shiva Sanctuary Amritara Hideaway Hotel
Shiva Sanctuary Amritara Hideaway Dharamshala
Shiva Sanctuary Amritara Hideaway
Shiva ctuary Amritara Hiaway
Aamod Shiva Sanctuary
Amritara Shiva Sanctuary
Hotel Shiva Sanctuary Hotel
Hotel Shiva Sanctuary Dharamshala
Hotel Shiva Sanctuary Hotel Dharamshala

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

Yep, Hotel Shiva Sanctuary has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary on 25 Aug 2026 start from AU$49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Hotel Shiva Sanctuary serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

No, Hotel Shiva Sanctuary does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Shiva Sanctuary?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Shiva Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious room, comfortable bed, wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joakim

Rooms okay for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close enough to McLeod Ganj, very quiet at night. Big comfortable rooms with balconies. Great Indian breakfast! Helpful staff. Thank you:)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed great customer service from all staff involved. Hotel very clean staff very helpful and polite. Can't comment on food as we don't eat in hotels. Good position, upgraded room was fabulous. Thanks all
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Very spacious rooms, very comfortable king bed. A la carte breakfast was very good. Hotel looks pretty new. The hotel area (Dal lake) is a little isolated from the busy parts of Dharamshala and connected by a narrow windy road that is typical there, but one would need a taxi or autorickshaw to get to the more touristy parts of town. We liked it as was quiet and we were not planning a late night in the busy parts of the town.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has spectacular views of the valley below. It is very clean. Super friendly staff who cater to your needs wonderfully. Our stay here is truly wonderful. Everything is in walking distance. Lake Dal is only a 3 minute walk down the road. A short walk in the opposite direction allows you to see the breathtaking views of the snow capped mountain range above. Restaurant and good food available in hotel. Don’t miss this wonderful location.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel has poor internet, hopefully that will be fixed as I mentioned it to the reception in an email. Shower pressure was low as well. Views from valley view rooms are nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

AI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
ダル湖の側にあり、Naddi Viewpointにも歩いて行けます。設備は新しいです。しかし、朝食が8時半からと遅く、スタッフによっては英語が通じにくいです。レストランのメニューもインド料理かインディアンスチャイニーズ（無駄に辛い）で、チベット料理はありませんでした。周辺にはレストランもあまりないため、食事重視の方にはオススメ出来ません。
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff could be more cooperative. Their Spa suite is really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Way below expectations and picture put out while booking - definitely no value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was exemplary. Staff is very courteous. Facility and rooms are very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet, safe and pleasant motel. Ask for a room with view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The view from our room was the side of a close hill, with people working and others playing on the hill, so there was little privacy. Dogs barked throughout the night. The room was not comfortable and neither was the bathroom. Service was fine, as was the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

purnima

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ekta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eliezer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfekt

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018